Cannabis for Gout

Although scientific research has been limited due to legal obstacles, certain strains of cannabis are considered to be useful in mediating inflammation and arthritis, which indicates potential as a gout treatment:

Indica-dominant strains – Marijuana plants can have a botanical classification of either Cannabis Sativa, Cannabis Indica, or both as a hybrid. Sativa is uplifting and energizing, while Indica is relaxing and relieving. Indica-dominant strains are preferred by many people seeking pain relief.

Legality of Medical Marijuana

Prior to the mid-1930’s cannabis was mostly unregulated in the United States, and thus was readily available either by purchasing or by growing the herb. After that it became regulated as a drug – until recently.

In 1996 California became the first state to legalize the sale and possession of marijuana for medical purposes, and by early 2014 nineteen U.S states allowed cannabis for medical purposes.

In 2013 Colorado became the first U.S. state to legalize marijuana for recreational purposes.

However, U.S. federal laws still prohibit the sales and possession of all marijuana, medical or not.